Course Summary

BINDT Lubrication Analysis Level 1 is ideal for those looking for an introduction into lubrication analysis and will enable the candidate to establish competency in the fundamental key skills and understanding of lubrication and laboratory testing.

This course is ideal for laboratory technicians, reliability engineers, technicians, maintenance supervisors, rotating machinery engineers, predictive maintenance coordinators and any personnel that work in industries where rotating and reciprocating machinery is employed, or where hydraulic systems are being utilised.

Approved Training Organisation (ATO)

As an Approved Training Organisation (ATO), registered by the British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing (BINDT), our vibration and lubrications courses are based on a third party condition monitoring training certification scheme which is aligned with ISO 18436 standards.

BINDT is an accredited certifying body in accordance with ISO/IEC 17024 offering personnel certification against criteria set out in international and European standards through the Personal Certification in Non-Destructive Testing (PCN) Certification Scheme.

One of the many benefits of achieving PCN certification is that successful candidates will gain a recognised qualification, which enhances career prospects and provides a certificate of competence.

The course content was completely new to me, but the instructor, Jade, delivered this content in such a way that allowed us novices to understand and engage with the subject matter. The knowledge and experience shown by Jade were impressive and very welcome, the examples Jade was able to give helped my understanding and provided a practical example of LA. I am likely to use PCMS for further training and I would happily recommend their services.

Eamonn - Condition Monitoring Specialist

Course Assesment

The candidate will undergo a series of formative assessments throughout the duration of the course to ensure learning has taken place. Towards the end of the course, there is an internal written exam. Candidates will be expected to achieve a 70% overall score in order to pass the course. The BINDT PCN certification exam can be taken immediately after the successful completion of the course.

Course Agenda

Maintenance Strategies

Lubrication Theory and Fundamentals

Lubricant selection

Principles of lubricant selection

Lubricant storage and management

Oil sampling

Lubricant health monitoring

Wear debris monitoring and analysis

Report interpretation

Lubricant contamination measurement and control

Course Objectives

Basic understanding of lubricants

Basic understanding of laboratory tests and why they are performed.

Effects of poor lubrication in machinery

Lubricant selection

Oil sampling techniques

Results and report interpretation

Correct storage and management of lubricants

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Learning Outcomes

By completing this course, you will gain the knowledge and understanding to make informed lubrication decisions regarding the plant and have a greater appreciation of the fundamental key skills of lubrication and laboratory testing